Lead Python Engineer to join a Global Automotive Industry in Raymond, OH

We are seeking an experienced Senior Principal Software Engineer (Lead Architect level) to join a global automotive organization in Raymond, OH. The ideal candidate will serve as a technical architect responsible for defining system structure, guiding module design, and ensuring seamless integration across software components. This role supports prototype and proof-of-concept development efforts, primarily within in-vehicle and SOC-based systems environments.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine and own overall software architecture, system structure, and module boundaries.Design how software components and modules interact, communicate, and integrate within larger systems.Lead module decomposition, interface definition, and system-level architecture planning.Ensure independently developed modules integrate into cohesive and functional software systems.Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex integration and interface issues across software components.Support system-level debugging, testing, and validation efforts across integrated environments.Identify and resolve failures that occur during module integration and system assembly.Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and architectural guidance to engineering teams.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align system design with technical and program objectives.Required Skillset: 10+ years of professional software engineering experience.Hands-on experience with system-level testing and validation.Strong proficiency in Python, C++, and/or Java (architecture-level familiarity preferred).Proven experience in software architecture and system design.Strong background designing modular, scalable software systems.Extensive experience in system integration and cross-module communication.Strong troubleshooting and debugging experience at the system and interface level.Experience integrating multiple software components into cohesive systems.Preferred Skillset: Experience with full-stack or multi-layer system design is a plus.Exposure to cloud environments (AWS preferred) is beneficial but not required.Familiarity with Agile development methodologies preferred.Experience in automotive, mobility, or embedded-adjacent systems is a plus but not required.Strong understanding of complex system integration challenges.Ability to identify and resolve module communication or interface failures.Experience working in research, prototype, or proof-of-concept environments.